Jack E. Kriesick, Sr., 78, of 1231 Faichney Dr., Watertown, passed away February 24, 2018 at the Samaritan Medical Center.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 1 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home, Watertown. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Brookside Cemetery.

Calling hours will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 28 at the funeral home. The American Legion Post 61 will he holding a memorial service at 5:30 p.m. and the VFW Post 1400 will be holding theirs at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Born on October 31, 1939 in Watertown, son of Jack R. and Rhoda E. (Hooker) Kriesick, he graduated from Watertown High School in 1957.

He served as an Airborne Infantryman with the 82nd Airborne Division from November 3, 1959 until July 31, 1963 as a paratrooper. He served in hostile areas of Southeast Asia as a medic, was proficient in small arms, was pathfinder schooled, and volunteered service with the 77th Special Forces and Operation Chopper on January 12, 1962 in South Vietnam. He received two Purple Hearts and numerous other medals and decorations before being honorably discharged.

Upon returning home, Jack worked for the City of Watertown Fire Department as a firefighter for thirty years, retiring as Senior Firefighter.

He married Joy Schell on February 6, 2011 and the couple resided in Watertown.

Jack was a Life Member of Barben Jones VFW Post 1400 and former Chaplain, Life Member of the American Legion Post 61 and former member of the Executive Board, Life Member and former Commander and Chaplain of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 18, and former Chairman and Chaplain of the Central NY All Airborne Chapter of the 82nd Airborne Division Association.

He was a Life Member and member of the Watertown Elks Lodge for over 50 years, member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #782, and International Association of Firefighters Union Member Local 191 Watertown.

He enjoyed fishing, boating, camping, traveling and writing poetry.

Among his survivors are his wife, Joy Kriesick, Watertown, a son and daughter in law, Jack E. and Jessica Kriesick Jr., Watertown, three step children, Laura Avery, Daniel and Elainna Platt, Lisa and Eric Boyce, three step grandchildren, Raven, Trinity and Willow, a great grandson, Lochlan, a brother and sister in law, Stephen and Eddie Sue Kriesick, Richmond, VA, a sister, Joyce Parker, Columbia, SC, several nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his loving daughter, Jill Anne Kriesick who passed on June 24, 2015 and a sister, Glory Jean Johnson.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Sisters of the Precious Blood 400 Pratt St., Watertown, NY or the SPCA 25056 Water St., Watertown, NY 13601.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartandbrucefh.com.

Memorial service for Idalene D. “Davie” Dodd, of Russell will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Russell United Methodist Church with Lay Pastors John Frary and Martha Helmer, officiating. Davie died on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at her home while surrounded by family and under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the Russell United Methodist Church, Camp Fund, c/o Teana Dafoe; 371 Pyrites-Russell Road; Hermon, New York 13652. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.olearyfuneralservice.com.

HARRISVILLE, NY ~ Harold C. Hoover, 90, of Maple St., Harrisville, died Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY.

Born February 9, 1928, in Theresa, NY, a son of Howard H. and Ada M. (Cheseman) Hoover, he was educated in Theresa schools and was graduated from Theresa High School, with the class of 1946.

A military veteran, Mr. Hoover was a member of the US Army and was stationed at Fort Bragg, NC before being honorably discharged.

He married Shirley J. Carley on February 6, 1960 at Theresa Presbyterian Church in Theresa, NY.

In his early career Harold (Ozzie) worked as a carpenter for his brother, Don Hoover, as well as working for Drew Building Supplies doing general construction and remodeling in the Theresa area. For many years, he was a general contractor and small business owner. He owned and operated Hoover’s Building Supplies, Hoover’s Home Improvement, Hoover’s Agway and Hoover’s Convenience Store & Gas Station, all in Harrisville. He ended his carpentry employment as a carpentry supervisor at Fort Drum, retiring in 1994.

He was a former member of the Harrisville Volunteer Fire Department, the Harrisville Chamber of Commerce, the Town of Diana Museum, and was very active member along with his wife in the Lake Bonaparte Conversation Club.

Harold was a cherished husband and father, his family was always a priory in his life. He was an avid New York Yankees fan all of his life, he also enjoyed carpentry projects, watching sports on television, hunting, fishing, spending time at his camp on Lake Bonaparte, and attending numerous high school concerts and sports games.

Surviving in addition to his loving wife, Shirley, of 58 years, are his five children, LeeAnn (Donn) Bassette, of Harrisville, NY, Kathy L. (Stuart) Gonio, of Steamboat Springs, CO, Christine M. (Royal) Ingram, of Evans Mills, NY, Karen D. Hoover (Regis Quirin), of Cranford, NJ, and Keith D. (Jennifer) Hoover, of Baldwinsville, NY; nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter; and his sister, Florence Dumas, of Theresa, NY.

He was predeceased by four sisters, Dorothy Keller, Wilma Hoover, Charlotte Scott, and Doris VanTassel, and two brothers, Gerald and Donald Hoover.

A Memorial Service for Harold will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Scanlon Funeral Home, Harrisville, with the Rev. Frances Hemstreet, officiating and is being limited to family and close friends. All those wishing to attend are invited to a Celebration of Life at the Harrisville Fire Hall at noon. A spring interment with military honors will be in Harrisville Community Cemetery, Harrisville at a time and date to be announced.

Memorial donations may be made to the Harrisville Volunteer Fire Department, Harrisville, NY 13648.

To view Harold’s online obituary or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.scanlonfuneral.com.

NORWOOD — Services for Theron G. LaRue, 84, a resident of 12 Pine Street, Norwood, will be held in the springtime at the Buck Funeral Home in Norwood with burial to be held in Carville Cemetery in Helena, NY. Mr. LaRue passed away Friday afternoon at his home surrounded by his family. Theron is survived by his wife of 61 years, Shirley, Norwood; his children, Brenda and Bruce Jenkins, Winthrop; Donna James, Norwood; Michael and Linda LaRue, Norwood; Alice Osoway, Norwood and Peter LaRue, Norwood; his beloved eight grandchildren, Jared Phillips, Amanda and David Major, Jennifer and Michael Donahue, Aimee LaRue, Ashlee and Richard Brothers, Levi and Anne LaRue, Mallory and Scott Matson and Austin Osoway. Theron is also survived by his five great grandchildren, a brother Frederick and Sharleen LaRue, FL and two sisters, Julia and Kenneth LaShomb and Bertha and Reggie Mott, both of Massena as well as several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Gretchen Ashley, whom was thought of as a daughter. Theron was pre-deceased by his brothers Moses LaRue, Lawrence Ober and James Ober and his sisters Bernice Kallison, Irene Phelix and Beulah Suzdak.

Born in Massena, NY on January 1, 1934 to the late Fred and Alice Jesmer LaRue, Theron graduated from high school and entered the U.S. Army, serving in Germany for 2 ½ years from 1952-1955. He married Shirley G. Cole on November 10, 1956 upon his return home from the service. Theron worked at ALCOA in Massena for 39 years, retiring as a millwright in 1991. Theron was a member of the Norwood United Methodist Church and the Winthrop American Legion and enjoyed puttering around and doing home repairs. Theron also enjoyed taking care of his grandchildren, camping with his family and cooking, in which he cooked for many church functions. Memorial Donations in Theron’s memory can be made to the Potsdam Rescue Squad or to Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com.

Sheila J. Powell, 70, of Watertown passed away February 24, 2018 at Samaritan Medical Center. Among her survivors is her husband, Louis.

Mrs. M. Marguerite “Maggie” Wright, 91, of Salem NH, formerly of Dexter NY, Fulton NY, and Ceredo WV, passed away on February 20, 2018, at SalemHaven Rehab Center. She was the daughter of the late Corrille E. and Helen E. (Prosser) Jones and step-daughter of the late Julius N. Dingman. She was the beloved wife of Glenn F. Wright who predeceased her in 1993. Born in Dexter, she was a 1943 graduate of Dexter High School and the House of the Good Samaritan School of Nursing Class of 1946.

Primarily a homemaker, for a time she worked as the librarian of the Dexter Library and as a salesperson in the fur department at Empsall’s in Watertown. She volunteered for various organizations including the Red Cross, Lee Memorial Hospital, and the Dexterville Community Center. She was a lifetime member of the First Universalist Church of Dexter where her husband was a lay minister, and later the First Universalist Society of Central Square NY, and was active in the U.U.W.F. in her younger years. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star. An accomplished seamstress, knitter, and crocheter, she also enjoyed bird-watching, growing huge houseplants, watching almost any sport, and her beloved pets. In her New England retirement, she enjoyed many cruises on the Maine schooner American Eagle with her late companion Raymond Coulter.

Marguerite is survived by her four children and their spouses: Helen and Gene Meyers, Robert and Martha Wright, Frederick and Patricia Wright, and Amy and Brian Sanders, with whom she resided. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and her step-brother and his wife Donald and Donna Dingman. According to her wishes there were no funeral services. Arrangements are with the Cremation Society of New Hampshire. She requested any memorial contributions be made to the Southern Poverty Law Center, 400 Washington Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36104 or to the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, 689 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139-3302.

Lois E. Lang 89 of Rte 12 E Chaumont passed away peacefully with her daughter Carol holding her hand. Carol had the honor of being her primary caregiver for over 5 years. Lois was under the care of Hospice and her daughters Carol and Judy at the time of her passing.

Lois was born October 18, 1928 in Camden, New Jersey the daughter of George W. and Mary O. Emerson. Lois graduated in 1944 from Wellesley Hill High School, Massachusetts,. She continued her education at Eastern Maine School of Nursing in 1945 and Massachusetts School of Physiotherapy in 1947.

Lois met Robert (Bud) H. Lang while at nursing school in Maine. They married in 1946, moving to Wellesley Hills, Mass to be closer to her parents.

Lois and Robert had 4 children: Robert Lang 3rd and his companion Sharon Ridley of Whitinville, Mass, Judy Brooks and husband Joe of Dexter, Carol Mount and husband Charle of Three Mile Bay. A sister Georgia Benedict address unknown.

Her daughter Nancy predeceased her in 2009, sisters: Betty Woodman, Dorothy Emerson, her brother Robert Emerson

Lois took in and raised her nephew Robert Emerson of Georgia.

While in Wellesley Hills, Lois began working in real estate with Country Time Realty eventually becoming her own broker. Lois and Bud bought a farm in Chaumont, NY in 1971 and moved the family there. Lois continued in real estate business in New York.

Lois and Bud’s marriage ended in divorce in 1978. Lois continued dairy farming with her daughter Carol and her grandchildren until 1995. She sold her dairy and raised heifers with her grandson George until 2012. She retired from real estate in 2012 and sold the farm to her grandson George.

Lois was a hardworking strong willed loving woman with a wonderful positive attitude towards life. She cared about everyone and had patience of saint continually taking in every stray animal or human she thought needed a hand. Lois enjoyed her retirement with many cookouts for family and friends, treating everyone to her favorite food -Lobster. She would buy clothes for family or friends because she thought the needed them, even if it was holey jeans of a teenager. Her life motto was “Keep Smiling”.

Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:00 PM at the funeral. Burial will be in the family cemetery at their convenience. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

David A. Olmstead, 70, of Robinson Rd., passed away on Friday, February 23, 2018 at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Ogdensburg, NY, where he had been a patient.

Born on September 28, 1947 in Watertown, NY, he was a son of the late Robert L. and Thelma Hilts Doolittle Olmstead and he was educated in LaFargeville schools.

David married Diane Tibbles of Redwood, NY on October 28, 1967 in Fineview, NY

From the age of 18, he worked in various capacities and as a heavy equipment operator for the Jefferson County Highway Department, Watertown, NY, retiring after 40 years of service.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching westerns on TV.

Survivors include he wife of 50 years, Diane; two daughters and a son-in-law, Brenda Olmstead, Constable, NY, Sherry and Steve Ledford, Murray, KY; five grandchildren, Kyle Schneider and his companion, Ashley, Plessis, NY, Kayla Schneider, Watertown, NY, Nicholas Schneider, NC, MaKayla Ledford, Murray, KY, Rebecca Ledford, Murray, KY; five great-grandchildren, Haydon, Payton, Kyleeanna, Melody, Carter and a grand-puppy, Buddy Allen; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Clyde and Donna Doolittle, LaFargeville, NY, James and Beverly Doolittle, Plessis, NY; nieces, nephews and cousins.

His parents and a brother, Robert Olmstead died previously.

Funeral Services will be 11 am Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Frederick Bros. Funeral Home, Theresa, NY with Rev. Donald Briant, officiating. Family and friends will gather at the LaFargeville American Legion immediately following services. Burial will be in Omar Cemetery, Omar, NY.

Calling hours will be 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Richard E. Winter Cancer Center, 5 Lyons Place, Ogdensburg, NY 13669.

Condolences may be made online at www.frederickbrosfuneralhome.com.

Marian Seymour Peed Weisz passed away on February 25, 2018, at home in Watertown, NY with her family, friends, and her precious cats by her side. She was 76.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Cleveland Funeral Home, Watertown, NY.

Marian, and her twin sister Martha, were born in Sandusky OH, on November 6, 1941, the daughters of Paul W. and Margaret S. (Seymour) Peed. They were raised in a house filled with love, music and conversation, and a proud Scottish heritage. Throughout their lives, Marian and Martha shared many similar passions: love of animals, wildlife, photography, writing, music, and literature.

Marian attended schools in Lima OH and Indianapolis IN, and graduated in 1959 from Warren PA High School. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Humanities in 1963 from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware OH, and her Master in Education and Community Relations in 1969 from Springfield College as part of the National Teacher Corps Program.

In 1962, Marian participated in the Southern US Study Tour, sponsored by Ohio Wesleyan University and Denison University, to study race relations. The group travelled to Nashville, Atlanta, and Tuskegee. The group met with several Civil Rights leaders including John Lewis. From 1963-1965, Marian worked as the Warren YWCA Program Director. In 1964, Marian was selected as a US Delegate to YWCA/YMCA World Conference. They participated in programs in Geneva, Beirut, the Holy Lands, and Athens. Upon return to Warren, Marian gave slide lectures to the community groups who helped fund her travels.

From 1967-1969, she taught in the Worcester public schools as part of the National Teacher Corps Program. From 1969-1971 she was Associate Director of the International Institute in Boston, assisting immigrants and refugees.

From 1971-1972, Marian was the Adult Education Supervisor for the Massachusetts Department of Education. From 1976-1983, she worked as the City of Boston Health Coordinator of Elder Affairs and directed the Visiting Aides Program. From 1983-1984, Marian was the Regional Director of Boston University Graduate Programs Overseas in Frankfurt, Germany. In 1984, Marian started as an Adult Education Specialist with the Department of Army Continuing Education Services, and worked with soldiers at the Fulda Germany Military Community from 1984-1989, at Fort Drum NY from 1989-2003 and 2006-2010, and at Fort Richardson Alaska from 2003-2006.

Throughout her career, Marian continued her education by participating in the Harvard Graduate Management Program, completing the Disney Institute Leadership and Business Management training, and completing the Jefferson Leadership Institute sponsored by Watertown Chamber of Commerce.

Marian served as a Board member of Hospice in Dorchester MA, and as a Board member of Literacy Volunteers of Jefferson County NY.

Marian was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Margaret, her twin sister Martha, her uncles and aunts, and many loving pets.

Marian is survived by her faithful cats Reddy and Sweetie Pie of Watertown, NY; her forever friend Molly Murphy of Tucson, AZ; her cousins Margaret Iversen (Larry) of Bremerton, WA, and Ronald Simmermacher of Everett, WA; and many cousins in Ohio.

Many thanks to her “Squad” of incredible caregivers: Tammy Parks, Tina Desormeau, Beth Peer, Marge Falter and Jessica Jarrell.

There are no memorial services planned at this time. Close friends will scatter Marian’s, and her sister Martha’s, ashes at Niagara Falls, NY this summer.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marian’s memory to Hospice of Jefferson County 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY, 13601 Online condolences may be made at www.clevelandfuneralhomeinc.com.

Ruth M. Hoover, 89, died Tuesday morning, February 27, 2018 at Samaritan Keep Home, Watertown, NY, where she has resided since 2016.

Born on August 22, 1928 in Theresa, NY, she was a daughter of the late Earl L. and Bertha Worden Gleason. She was educated in local schools and furthered her education at Jefferson Community College, Watertown, NY.

Ruth married Everett N. Hoover on August 2, 1947 at the Philadelphia United Methodist Church Parsonage. Mr. Hoover died January 18, 2010. Lifelong residents of Philadelphia, last residing on Holkins Rd.

She worked at Loblaws Supermarket, Watertown, NY, before going to work for NYS Parks, Recreation and Historical Restoration Office at Keewaydin Park, Alexandria Bay, NY. After retiring she was an Amway Representative for many years.

She was a Den Mother for the Philadelphia Cub Scouts and enjoyed playing cards, dancing, knitting and baking.

Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Elmer and Susan Hoover, Philadelphia, NY, Elbie Hoover, Homosassa, FL; a daughter, Valerie Bray, Watertown, NY; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Roy Gleason and his companion, Faye Morris, NC, Delos and Pat Gleason, Philadelphia, NY; a sister and brother-in-law, Edith and Ike Filiatrault, Antwerp, NY; twelve grandchildren; many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Her parents, her husband, Everett, a daughter, Veronica Mitchell, three brothers, Wesley Gleason, Elmer Gleason and Harry Gleason, three sisters, Joanne Preston, Jean Aldrich and Mary Hall all died previously.

Funeral Services will be 1 pm Friday, March 2, 2018 at Frederick Bros. Funeral Home, Theresa, NY with Ruth’s granddaughter, Mrs. Joni Hoover Bates, officiating. Burial will be in Sanford Corners Cemetery, Calcium, NY.

Calling hours will be from 11-1 pm prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the 8th Floor Activity Fund, c/o Samaritan Keep Home, 133 Pratt Street, Watertown, NY 13601.

Condolences may be made online at www.frederickbrosfuneralhome.com.

NEW HARTFORD - Ellen V. Spencer, 89, died Sunday evening, February 25, 2018 at the Presbyterian Home.

Mrs. Spencer was born on October 20, 1928 at birthing home Idle Ease in Croghan, the daughter of the late Roscoe F. and Ruth J. Wetmore. Ellen graduated from Lowville Free Academy and the last class of St. Lukes Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1949. She was a registered nurse at St. Lukes Hospital for many years. Ellen was the last living member of St. Lukes Hospital School of Nursing.

She first was married to Richard Scalzo and then Ellen married Ira Spencer in 1996. She was of the Methodist faith, and she loved swimming and bringing her family to Crystal Lake, Chase Lake, and Sand Pond.

She is survived by her daughter, Bethany (Paul) DeSimone of Sangerfield; her son, Bradley (Michelle) Scalzo of Lowville; her grandchildren, Aaron (Chris), Andrew, Peter, Nicholas (Abigail), Michelle, Emily, and Dehana; great granddaughter, Evelyn; her sister-in-law, Marilyn (Bruce) Chapman; her nieces, Cheryl, Brenda, and Cynthia and families. Ellen is predeceased by her husband Ira, and her brother, Karleton Wetmore.

A memorial service will be in early spring. Ellen donated her body to the Anatomical Gift Program, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse.

An on-line message of condolence may be made to: www.sundquistfh.com

LOWVILLE- Harlan C. Farney, 93, passed away Sunday afternoon, February 25, 2018 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Utica.

A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday March 2, 2018 at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc. with Ministers of the Apostolic Christian Church of America, Croghan, officiating. A calling hour will be held from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. Spring burial will be in Beaches Bridge Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Lewis County Humane Society, P. O. Box 682, Lowville, NY 13367.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lucinda and Nicholas Rombough; his 8 grandchildren; Nichole Moore-Hewitt, Samantha and Dennis Raso, Jessica Farney and her companion, Colby Post, Michael Farney, Damian Rombough and his companion, Cassandra Burkhart, Ashley Rombough, Nichole Rombough and her companion, Taylor Tucker, and Dalton Rombough; his great grandchildren; and a niece and a nephew. He is predeceased by his son, Curtis Farney; a brother Carlton Farney; and a sister Arlene Rock.

Harlan was born on January 21, 1925 a son of the late Hiram and Sarah Virkler Farney. He graduated from Beaver Falls High School. He was a Dairy Farmer until 1968 on the Farney Road with his brother Carlton Farney. He was also a Mink Farmer from 1953 to 1989. He worked for the Town of Watson for 17 years, retiring in 1987.

Mr. Farney was a past member of Beaver Lake Hunting Club for many years and he enjoyed woodworking.

Condolences may be made online at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com.

Thomas K. Fitzgerald, 59, formerly of Watertown and Florida passed away February 21, 2018 at Green Meadows Nursing Home, Catskill. Among his survivors is his brother, John, and sister, Jacqueline O’Riley.

Gouverneur - Iva Jane Storie, 81, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Gouverneur Hospital.

Funeral services will be announced and held in June at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.

Iva was born in Alexandria Bay on July 6, 1936, the daughter of George and Esther Robinson Norton.

She graduated from Theresa High School in 1957 and moved to the Hurst farm on the Johnstown Road in Gouverneur in 1961, before moving to the village of Gouverneur in 1963.

Iva married Lloyd M. Storie on April 16, 1963 in Gouverneur.

Mr. Storie passed away on May 28, 1988.

She enjoyed watching television, reading the newspaper, puzzlebooks, and her cats.

Iva is survived by her son Chris Storie of Gouverneur, her step sons Robert Storie and John Storie, her grandsons Jacob of Balmat and Lucas of West Virginia, several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Lena Case of Brownville, Isla Proven of Clayton, several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Lloyd, her daughter Barbara Storie, a step daughter Isabelle Renne, her parents, 4 brothers Kenneth, Harold, Paul, and William Norton, 3 sisters Jean Proven, Vera Norton, and Ruth Lester.

Memorial donations in Iva’s memory are encouraged to be made to the Gouverneur Vol. Rescue Squad, PO Box 164, Gouverneur, NY 13642 or Gouverneur Hospital, 77 W. Barney Street, Gouverneur, NY 13642.

Pauline C. Castor, 87, died Sunday afternoon in the Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, where she had been admitted recently. There will be a graveside service in the spring in the Fairview Cemetery, Rodman. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are with the Piddock Funeral Home, Inc., Adams, NY.

Born December 29, 1930 in Rodman, daughter of Theon G. and Jennie E. (Smith) Edwards, she graduated from Adams Center High School in 1948. She married Stanley Castor of Pulaski on July 11, 1950 at the Free Methodist Church on Lynn Street, Watertown. The couple lived in several areas throughout Jefferson County, eventually building their home in the town Watertown in 1956, where they lived the rest of their married life.

Mr. Castor died September 1990.

She is survived by four sons, David (Susan) Castor, Alaska, Thomas (Karen) Castor, Watertown, Paul Allen (Laurie) Castor, Antwerp, Andrew (Dawn) Castor, Florida; two daughters Alice (Michael) Demianenko, Watertown, Janice (Daniel) Hulme, PuLaski; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; one sister Martha (Henry) Schick, Watertown, and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by one sister, Marion Eves.

Mrs. Castor was a devoted member of the Life Church of the Nazarene in Watertown. She was president and secretary of the Christian Singles, where she also wrote the monthly newsletter, and helped in planning the functions and events, and hosted the gatherings. She also loved gardening and flowers.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Life Church of the Nazarene, 535 Thompson Blvd, Watertown, NY 13601.

Condolences may be made at www.piddockfuneralhome.com

William D. Taylor, 92, of Watertown died Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at Hospice of Jefferson County. Among his survivors is his wife, Bernice.

Canton: Thomas R. Logan, 62 of Riverside Drive, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening Feb. 27, 2018 at Claxton-Hepburn Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Friends and family may be received on Monday, March 5, 2018 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Phillips Memorial Home in Madrid. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at St. John the Baptist Church in Madrid with Rev. Doug Lucia officiating. Interment will be held in the Parish Cemetery later in the spring.

Thomas was born on August 7, 1955 in Potsdam the son of Ross H. and Theresa (Hayes) Logan, he graduated from Potsdam School. Thomas was employed at SUNY Potsdam until his retirement from the maintenance department after 30 years of service in June of 2003. On December 4, 1976 he married Martha Nichols at the Newman Center in Potsdam. They were blessed with two children who are survived by him, Kelly Logan and Chad Bradley of Potsdam, Katheryn Logan and Jason Curran of Madrid, his mother Theresa Logan of West Potsdam, and three grandchildren, Elizabeth and Caleb Froats and Evan Bradley. Also surviving Thomas are two brothers, Tim Logan of Oswego, NY; Joseph and Brenda Logan of Canton, NY; and two sisters; Mary Ellen and Paul Platz of Lowville, NY and Maureen Logan-Daniels of Pittsfield, MA along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father and a sister in-law, Deb Logan.

Thomas was a past member of the West Potsdam Fire Department during the 1970’s and 1980’s. He loved to be outdoors and enjoyed the summer weather, and he especially enjoyed the time spent with his brother Joe and his grandchildren. Thomas enjoyed plowing snow, cutting wood, and hunting with his brothers in-law. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for any memorial contribution to be shared with the Volunteer Transportation Center, Inc. 6587 US Hwy 11; P.O. Box 515; Canton, NY 13617

Memories and online condolences may be share with the family at www.PhillipsMemorial.com

Linda M. Dashnaw, 69, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26th 2018 in Rochester, NY surrounded by her family and loved ones.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Raymond J. Dashnaw; their daughter Heather-Rae Kennedy and her husband Steven of Rochester, NY; her 2 brothers, Norman John LeBoeuf Jr. of Redmond, Oregon and Joseph Michael LeBoeuf of Canton, NY; her 2 sisters, Barbara Jeanne Davis of Canton, NY and Mary Patricia Lewis of North Carolina; and her 3 grandchildren, Aiden, Lindsey and Liam Kennedy of Rochester, NY who owned her heart. She was predeceased by one sister, Margaret Ann Mayes.

Born July 20th 1948 in Ogdensburg, NY she was the daughter of the late Norman John Sr. and Drusilla Jeanne LeBoeuf. Linda graduated from Lisbon Central School in 1966. She married Raymond J. Dashnaw on February 10, 1968 in Ogdensburg, NY. In June of 1979, she and Raymond welcomed their daughter, Heather-Rae into their lives at the home they built together on the St. Lawrence River. Linda and Ray spent 33 years scorekeeping and officiating races for the American Power Boat Association and the Canadian Boating Federation. Weekends and summers were spent traveling in their family motorhome to boat races throughout Canada and the United States. They cherished the lifelong friendships and memories they made during this time in their lives.

Linda was always a woman who appreciated and valued a strong work ethic. She was well known for her drive and determination. Early in her career she was employed by Kinney Drugs in Ogdensburg. After the birth of her daughter, Linda became an Independent Consultant with PartyLite, where she earned the rank of top saleswoman in the United States twice. She was a Real Estate Broker with Century 21 for over 10 years. Near her retirement, Linda also worked for Community Bank and the Town of Lisbon. Following retirement, Linda and Raymond moved to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Linda enjoyed all that life had to offer. She was a high school cheerleading coach at Lisbon Central School, and an avid fan and supporter of her family’s athletic teams. She loved cross-country skiing with friends on the trails in Northern NY and was actively involved with the “Water Angels”, a water aerobics group, in Myrtle Beach, where she also served as an energetic and spirited instructor from time to time. She could light up a room with her vibrant personality. She loved socializing and traveling, yet also enjoyed her quiet time with a good book or a new film. Her yard and flower beds were always well manicured and flourished. On any given summer day, Linda would gladly enjoy a fresh, ripe, toasted tomato sandwich and a glass of sun tea with you.

Those who were blessed to know Linda, knew the tremendous love and pride she had for her family. Her daughter, son-in-law, and three grandchildren were the light of her life. Always quick to laugh, sing a song, or share a “wink”, Linda touched the lives of everyone she knew. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt, cousin, and friend to many. Her everlasting presence will be deeply missed by all.

A private burial service in Ogdensburg, NY in the spring of 2018 will celebrate her well-lived life.

Arrangements entrusted to Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton, New York. http://burgerfuneralhome.com.

All services for Robert H. Berkman of 37853 NY State Route 180 LaFargeville will be in the spring. Mr. Berkman died at the Samaritan Medical Center on February 26, 2018. He was 76.

He was born in Watertown, New York on June 17, 1941 the son of Harold and Margaret O’Rieley Berkman. He graduated from LaFargeville High School in 1959. He married Barbara Ann Wagner on October 26, 1962 in Watertown.

Mr. Berkman worked as a truck driver for Gilco Trucking until his passing. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his name to Hospice of Jefferson County.

Surviving is his wife of 55 years Barbara, his two sons and daughter in law Bradley Berkman, Andrew and Louann Berkman and his daughter and son in law Mrs. Cortland (Tammy) Reff all of LaFargeville, his six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mr. Berkman is pre deceased by a son Robert Berkman and a granddaughter Kylea Rae Berkman.

Arrangements are with T.R. Jetty Funeral Home, Inc

Margaret Butler Bunce passed away on January 20, 2018 at “Golden Times” in Surprise Arizona. She was born June 23, 1922 in Watertown, New York. She was predeceased by her husband Robert J. Thornhill and her second husband Donald P. Bunce and her sister Mary E. Gronberg. Surviving are a daughter, Kathleen A. Cassel of Potsdam, N.Y: a sister, Barbara Burnham, and her companion, Richard Randol, a grandson, David E. Cassel (Stephanie) and three great granddaughters, Amelia, Olivia and Lydia. Margaret retired from Jefferson County Personnel Office in Watertown in 1977 and moved to Sun city, Arizona with her husband. She was a communicant of St. Clements’s Church where there will be a memorial mass said for her on Saturday May 19, 2018 at 4:00 pm. She was a member of the Church Guild, she also volunteered at the Sun City Library. She loved being a homemaker in retirement, played bridge and was an avid reader.

A memorial mass will be said for her in Watertown NY at St. Patrick’s Church on Saturday May 26, 2018 at 4:00 pm.

There will be a memorial celebration at Sunland Memorial Park in Sun City Arizona for her on March 5,2018 @ 2:30 pm. At this time her ashes will be scattered and placed in the “Circle “beside her husband Don who passed away in 1996.